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Blog Posts (2)

New survey shows Illinois Residents are eager for more renewable energy

College of ACES dean and extension director connect with staff and stakeholders

Dr. Shelly Nickols-Richardson shaking hands with a 4-H teen

News Releases (20)

$5M USDA grant funds Illinois-led innovative cover cropping project

Emerging technology allows solar panels and agriculture to coexist, legal hurdles remain

Smart solar siting July 12 webinar discusses dual-use practices

Reduce impact of extreme temperatures on power grid

Renewable energy project demonstrates efficiencies, benefits of clean energy geothermal systems

New climate change specialist strengthens Illinois’ commitment to environmental stewardship

Geothermal energy systems capture the power of the sun

Carbon may soon be stored in Illinois' underground rock

Shared space: $10 million grant examines how crops, solar can occupy same space

Renewable Energy Resurgence: What You Need to Know About Solar and Wind

Geothermal provides sustainable, efficient energy

Extension expands leadership focused on natural resources, energy, environment

Educator Duane Friend honored for 30 years of soil, water conservation

Every day is a good day for environmental stewardship

Yes, it’s safe to charge your electric vehicle in the rain

Get the most from your energy budget

Don't forget safety as you head to parks and camps

Find nature in your backyard with environmental webinar series

Downed power lines can kill

Website serves ag, natural resource industries

Staff (8)

Alex Burbach

Alex Burbach

Jo Daviess County Program Coordinator

Peggy Doty

Natural Resources, Environment and Energy Educator

Brodie Dunn

VST EXT OUTR ASSOC, NREE

Duane Friend

Duane Friend

State Master Naturalist and Climate Change Specialist

Erin with colorful sweater outside with road and trees background

Erin Garrett

Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator

Judy Hodge

Judy Hodge

Program Coordinator

Shibu Kar

Shibu Kar

Assistant Dean, Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Program Leader

Stanley (Jay) Solomon

Stanley (Jay) Solomon

Extension Educator Natural Resources, Environment & Energy